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Florence Nightingale and the Viceroys
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Florence: Capital of the Kingdom of Italy, 1865-71
0Original price was: ₹4,046.51.₹3,237.21Current price is: ₹3,237.21.Uncover Florence’s pivotal era as the Kingdom of Italy’s capital from 1865-71. This insightful collection meticulously details the political, economic, and cultural shifts that redefined the Tuscan city. Explore urban transformations, significant innovations, and the lasting impact of the capital’s relocation to Rome, including ensuing economic crises. It’s an indispensable resource for students and scholars of modern Italian history, providing deep analysis of a crucial period in European nation-building. Perfect for anyone passionate about Italian unification.
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Folk Tales of Sindh and Gujarat
0Original price was: ₹795.00.₹636.00Current price is: ₹636.00.Discover the enchanting world of Indian folklore with captivating tales from Sindh and Gujarat. This 1924 reprint offers a rare glimpse into the region’s rich oral traditions, featuring stories brimming with local colour, wisdom, and cultural heritage. Explore unique narratives that have shaped the collective memory of these vibrant Indian provinces. An essential read for folklore enthusiasts, students of Indian history, and anyone eager to connect with the authentic cultural tapestry of India.
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Food Culture in Colonial Asia: A Taste of Empire
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Food, Eating and Identity: In Early Medieval England: 22 (Anglo-Saxon Studies)
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Footnotes in Gaza
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Foreign Policy of India: West Asia & North Africa (WANA)
0Original price was: ₹890.00.₹623.00Current price is: ₹623.00.Master India’s evolving foreign policy towards the strategically vital West Asia and North Africa (WANA) region. Essential for understanding India’s global engagement, this book delves into the region’s geopolitical volatility and economic promise. Explore the deep cultural ties, burgeoning trade, and crucial maritime security links that define India’s relationship with its extended neighbourhood. Featuring 11 expert analyses, it unpacks the mutual indispensability and evolving trends in Indo-WANA geo-economic cooperation. A must-read for students of international relations, policy professionals, and scholars of Middle East and African studies.
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Forest Resources of India: Problems, Policies & Initiatives
0Original price was: ₹570.00.₹399.00Current price is: ₹399.00.Dive deep into the heart of India’s forest resources, exploring critical issues of depletion, conservation, and sustainable management. This essential guide examines the evolving policies and key government initiatives, including the transformative Forest Rights Act, 2006, and its impact on tribal communities and biodiversity. Understand the challenges of poverty and governance affecting India’s natural heritage and learn about the strategies crucial for ecological balance and national development. A vital resource for students, environmentalists, and policymakers focused on India’s forests.
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Forever Incomplete: The Story of Nepal
0Original price was: ₹945.00.₹756.00Current price is: ₹756.00.Uncover the captivating story of Nepal, from its unification and border demarcation to the internal power struggles that shaped its destiny. This insider’s account, penned by an author deeply connected to Nepal’s prominent families, offers a revealing perspective, weaving myths, legends, and history with personal insights. Explore the socio-political milieu and understand the contemporary challenges faced by this vital Himalayan nation. Essential reading for history enthusiasts and anyone keen on the intricate past and present of South Asia.
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Forgotten Patriots: Colonial Regime and Unsung Heroes of the Indian National Movement
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Four Central Asian Shrines: A Socio-Political History of Architecture: 18 (Studies in Persian Cultural History, 18)
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Fragile Hope: Seeking Justice for Hate Crimes in India (South Asia in Motion)
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